No one would argue that Mel Gibson’s reputation is in the dumper. It’s amazing how outbursts of racist and misogynist rants -- not to mention roughing up a woman every once in a while -- tends to make people turn against you.
And now, the question everyone seems to be raising is, does Mel have any sort of future in Hollywood? His agency, William Morris Endeavor Entertainment, severed ties. It’s doubtful any other talent agency will want anything to do with him. It looks like Mel will have to go it on his own.
The newest parlor game both in and out of Hollywood is speculating what he should do next. Many are suggesting he return to his roots and revisit his biggest successes. Who’s ready for Lethal Weapon 5 or Mad Max 4?
I say... too obvious.
If Mel really wants to get back into the spotlight, he needs to be bold and daring -- do something no one expects.
With that in mind, here are some projects that I believe will not only get everyone buzzing, but are also certain to draw a crowd when unveiled.
Will any of these be able to turn Mel’s career around? Hard to tell. Any of them could go either way. As David St. Hubbins so aptly stated in This is Spinal Tap, “It’s a fine line between clever and stupid.”
And with that in mind, here are some ideas for Mel’s next project.....
Yo Mama -- There no doubt that Mel would be able to hold his own in this MTV reality show. The question is, can he get in touch with his inner self enough to win the competition?
Monday, July 19, 2010
The Jazz Singer -- Sure, Mel isn’t the first one that comes to mind to play the son of a Jewish cantor who turns his back on his religion to pursue a career in show business. But you have to admit, his rendition of “Mammy” would be worth the price of admission alone.
Anything to do with Vampires -- The kids can’t get enough of them these days. And since we know Mel sucks, why not play a bloodsucker, somewhere, anywhere... True Blood, Vampire Diaries, the next Twilight sequel. It doesn’t matter. Just strap on those fangs and start chomping like there’s no tomorrow.
What Not to Wear -- As the recent telephone tapes showed, Mel’s got fashion sense. And we doubt he’ll hold back when telling the show’s participants what he really thinks of their wardrobe choices.
Some Like it Hot -- He proved he’s got the legs for it in Braveheart, so how about taking on the gender-bending role Tony Curtis made famous to show he can still can get in touch with his feminine side? Clever casting bonus? Danny Glover for the Jack Lemmon part.
Jewtopia -- What better way to show there’s no hard feelings towards a group he’s maligned than to hit the boards in Bryan Fogel and Sam Wolfson’s stage comedy about two Jewish friends looking for the loves of their lives? It couldn’t hurt.
Two and a Half Men -- It sure seems like Charlie Sheen is tiring of playing Charlie Harper. And can you think of anyone better to step into the role of a boozer who has trouble relating to women?
Crank Yankers -- The telephone led to his downfall, so why shouldn’t Mel resurrect his career by resurrecting the Comedy Central show that elevates crank phone calls to an art form.
Fox News Commentator -- His sensibilities make it a perfect fit.
